The Millennial PhD: Creative Survival at Work & Beyond
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Ep 41. On letting go + other end of year reflections
09 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mela talks top 3 creative lessons from 2022. PLUS, part II of the episode includes reflection questions for your own DIY solo retreat. Check in with y...
Ep 40. The Power of Storytelling ft. Jessica Groves Chapman, PhD.
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica L. Groves-Chapman, PhD. is a storyteller and poet that uses neuroscience to demystify the stories of our lives, one line at a time. Jessica co...
Ep 39. Late Fall Check-in: “Be gentle with yourself”, and other Tips for Thriving during Seasons of Change
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The days are getting shorter and the weather in the Northeast U.S. is getting grey. Mela talks through reorienting and reclaiming this season as a t...
Ep 38. Environmental Sustainability & Entrepreneurship ft. SOL VAE founder Bridget Thorpe
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mela talks with Bridget Thorpe, the Founder of values-based brand SOL VAE. In this episode Bridget talks actionable tips to infuse environmental susta...
Ep 37. Empowerment, Healing, and Intimacy Work ft. Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mela talks intimacy, affect, and embodied care with the incredible Dr. Kimberly Rose Pendleton, who shares her story of leaving academia and starting ...
Ep 36. Collective Creative Wisdom + Happy One Year Anniversary to The Millennial PhD!
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This ANNIVERSARY episode is jam packed with creative ideas and inspiration that hit home over the last year. We got us! And this gathering of collecti...
Ep 35. So you want to make documentary films ft. filmmaker Lisa Rideout
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So often in academia we critique problematic depictions in the media; but, what does it look like to get on the other side and create new representati...
Ep 34. Stop Asking Permission to Follow Your Dreams
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever asked yourself: Do I deserve to have dreams so big? Am I good enough?Am I allowed to fight for the life I want to live? This ...
Ep 33. From Brain Scientist to Multimedia Creative, ft. Dr. Christine Koh
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ready to make room in your life for clarity and inspiration? Dr. Christine Koh talks about her journey from brain scientist to multimedia creative (+ ...
Ep 32. Quiet quitting academia (BONUS Episode)
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
-Interested in starting your own podcast? I host The Millennial Phd on Buzzsprout and I love it because, for me, it was the easiest and most user-fri...
Ep 31. We need to talk about "quiet quitting"
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is quiet quitting? What does it mean to set boundaries in our work and personal lives? Is there such a thing as anticapitalist work practices? Is...
Ep 30. Student Loan Debt Relief + Building Toward Financial Freedom ft. Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez from Zero-Based Budget
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Breaking down student loan debt relief + methods for building toward financial freedom. Cindy Zuniga-Sanchez from Zero-Based Budget talks about her jo...
Ep 29. End of Summer Affirmations + Season 3 Launch
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The season is changing and the transition into fall is upon us. Wrapping up summer goals, projects, and activities and preparing for busy autumn can b...
Ep 28. Setting summer intentions: Breaking the hyper-productivity mindset (BONUS Episode! )
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's the deal with SMART goals? How can we challenge the idea that our worth lies in our productivity and re-imagine new pathways forwards? Wha...
Ep 27. What Does Success Mean? ft. artist + entrepreneur Kyle Georgina Marsh
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to be a "successful" academic? A "professional" dancer? A "deserving" consumer of fitness education?Ar...
Ep 26. Making Room for Creativity in Academia ft. music historian & DJ Alex La Rotta, PhD.
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What does it look like to build alternatives within academia? In this episode I talk with music historian and DJ Alex La Rotta, PhD about readjusting ...
Ep 25. Healing from/in the academic space
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Mela talks about processing the academic years that's ending & shares affirmations for those who are leaving and those who ar...
Ep 24. Bridging academia and art(ivism) ft. visual artist Dr. Angélica Becerra
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Creative joy and revolution is the name of the game. In this episode, artist and scholar Angélica Becerra talks with The Millennial PhD about bridgin...
Ep 23. Is it time to quit academia? ft. special guests Carlos & Omar
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Here it goes, the age old question...or the brand new question on everyone's mind: Is it time to quit academia?Whether you think the Great Resign...
Ep 22. Professional Pivot into Marketing ft. Alyssa Wells
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Who knew the transition from academia to marketing could be...fun? Alyssa Wells talks about her transition into marketing work at game company, Sporcl...
Ep 21. Becoming a Creative Freelancer in 2022 ft. Fitgi Saint-Louis
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been dreaming of launching a freelance career or side hustle? Not sure where to start or what it entails? Want to jump in but the little voic...
Ep 20. 5 Life Skills I Learnd As A Dancer
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week's solo episode explores the amazing life skills I picked up over a decade as a professional dancer AND how they apply to your next crea...
Ep 19. What is consulting? ft. consultant Dr. Moira Kyweluk
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What is consulting? How do you get started? What kinds of skills will you use? What options are available? In this episode we solve this greatest of m...
Ep 18. How to Start a Creative Business in 2022
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is entrepreneurship calling your name? Have you always been creative? Thinking about ways to turn your creative passions into a business? This episode...
Ep 17. Launching a Values-Driven Business (+ notes on moving abroad) ft. Dra. Yvette Martínez-Vu of Grad School Femtoring
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you interested in starting a business while making an impact for the communities you care about? Dra. Yvette Martínez-Vu maps out her journey lea...
Ep 16. Reconciling Abundance Mindset & the Sociological Imagination
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Abundance mentality can be a powerful tool on the journey to creative and economic freedom. But, as a framework, it has social and political limitatio...
Ep 15. How to Start Your Own Business ft. Mel Bruce of The Leveraged PhD
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Thinking about launching your own business? Mel Bruce of The Leveraged PhD shares insight and expertise on academic entrepreneurship + actionable advi...
Ep 14. 5 Starting Steps for your Post-Ac Creative or Professional Pivot
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've heard the inspirational stories and the affirmations and now you are looking to get started on your own new creative project or profession...
Ep 13. How to Break into the Tech Industry ft. tech company recruiter Johanne Sterling
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk with a recruiter from a "Big 5" Tech company about her story getting into the industry and her top tips for breaking ...
Ep 12. Essential Creative Affirmations for Your Professional Pivot
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Looking for creative inspiration or affirmation as you begin a new creative project or professional pivot? This is the one! In my most personal episod...
Ep 11. Finding Joy Outside Academia ft. comedian Dominique Nisperos (Part 2)
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this first half of this interview last week we talked about Dominique’s turning point from active PhD candidate to full time Comedian, and the re...
Ep 10. Notes from a Recovering Academic ft. comedian Dominique Nisperos - Part 1 of 2
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Part 1 of this special two-part interview, Comedian Dominique Nispersos talks about stepping away from PhD candidate life to pursue the dream and t...
Ep. 9. Know Your Worth & the Power of the Professional Pivot ft. designer Andrew Harris (+ Bonus Unsolicited Relationship Tips)
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Project Manager and freelance Designer Andrew Harris talks about pivoting from one profession to another, the importance of moving on if you're u...
Ep 8. Life is like Putting Together an Outfit ft. singer Alyson Cadena
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How do you find the joy and balance in creativity?Alyson Cadena is a bilingual singer-songwriter and powerhouse vocalist. She started her musical care...
Ep 7. Movement & Wellness for Liberation ft. Dr. Laurence Agénor
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Physical Therapist Dr. Laurence Agenor talks about how movement can open up new avenues for healing and liberation work. -Interested in starting your ...
Ep 6. Preparation Meets Opportunity: How to Find Your Power ft. Broadway dancer Angelica Beliard
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Broadway dancer and artist Angelica Beliard talks through the hustle, magic, and serendipity of artist life. Angelica is an Afro-Latina actress, dan...
Ep 5. Start Your Own Arts Nonprofit ft. ARTE executive director Marissa Gutiérrez-Vicario
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marissa Gutierrez-Vicario is the Founder and Executive Director of Art and Resistance Through Education (ARTE). As a committed human rights activist, ...
Ep 4. Follow Your Fear ft. yoga instructor & creative entrepreneur Jazmin Tejada
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jazmin Tejada is a yoga instructor, creative entrepreneur, and all around wellness extraordinaire. Prior to deepening her yoga practice, she was a pro...
Ep 3. Exploring Different Paths to Broadway ft. Tony-winning composer Justin Levine
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tony award-winning Moulin Rouge composer Justin Levin discusses how many different paths can lead to Broadway, and artistic success. -Interested in st...
Ep 2. From PhD to Writing for TV ft. television writer Dr. Nikita T. Hamilton
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From USC to the "A Million Little Things" writer's room, Nikita T. Hamilton, PhD. shares her experience and talks us through "how ...
Ep 1. Creative Survival in Academia & Beyond ft. Dr. Carlos Camacho & Dr. Omar Ramadan-Santiago
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sociologist/writer Dr. Carlos Camacho and anthropologist/visual artist Dr. Omar Ramadan-Santiago are The Millennial PhD's first guests. Together ...